Yoga Tag

On Saturdays January 6th and 13th, Emanuel ("Manny") Salazar and I led our second and third Mindful Warrior Retreats for over 25 Veterans. The experience was incredible; the open-mindedness, whole heartedness, and dedication of the Vets was astounding; and the ripple effects of this program?...

As Co-Owner of Yoga Heights, I just had to share!! We are so excited for this next big step and can't wait to bring our community-oriented yoga and fitness classes to a new neighborhood in the District. Stay tuned for photos of the build-out and...

Let’s be honest, there is never enough time in our schedules for something extra when the groceries need to be bought, our kid has a surprise sports practice, or the laundry has been neglected for another week. Again.
However, despite our crazy and ever-moving lives –...

On a scale of 1-10 how would you rate your stress level? Chances are it's higher than you'd like. The body's response to stressful situations - "fight, flight or freeze" - is an important part of our ability to cope with dangerous and sometimes life-threatening...

As a health and fitness blogger, I like to show a little love to others doing awesome things in the DC wellness space. Two weeks ago, All In PR hosted its Annual Bends, Brunch and Bubbly in DC. This yoga-meets-brunch charity event, which raised money to benefit...

Step 1: bump this Spotify playlist (and follow me for all my music)
We're going old school with this playlist. Who doesn't like Missy Elliot, Mase, Eve and more! I know music is a main motivator for me when I workout. What are your go-t0 sweat...

Let’s start by defining just what this whole “Yin Yoga” thing is. Yin yoga targets the body’s connective tissues—i.e. our ligaments, tendons, fascia, bones, and even the joints—which are typically not the direct focus of more active styles of yoga. It is a slow and steady...

The first official weekend of summer was jam-packed with fun. Not only was I at the studio (Yoga Heights) more than usual with my business partner getting some well-deserved R&R, but I had one MOARfit event each day to make it extra special.
First up -...